Policy Text
SACRAMENTO POLICE DEPARTMENT
GENERAL ORDERS
GO 410.16
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410.16
CHEMICAL RESISTANT CLOTHING
02-13-17
PURPOSE
The purpose of this order is to establish guidelines for the use, care, and storage of Department -
issued chemical resistant clothing.
POLICY
It shall be the policy of the Sacramento Police Department that officers use and maintain
Department -issued chemical resistant clothing (suit, gloves, booties, and mask filters) in a
manner that is consistent with Department guidelines.
PROCEDURE
A. GENERAL
1. Chemical resistant clothing is specialized personal protective equipment (PPE). This clothing
shall be issued to personnel as needed, based upon their current assignment.
2. Personnel shall keep their chemical resistant clothing readily avai lable (e.g. in officer’s patrol
car or home -retention vehicle).
3. Chemical resistant clothing shall only be worn when:
a. Directed by a supervisor.
b. Working in environments or situations that suggest the use of chemical resistant clothing.
c. Required as part of a training exercise.
B. STORAGE AND CARE
1. Chemical resistant clothing shall be stored in its original packaging and storage case.
2. Packaging shall be inspected for any visible damage on a monthly basis.
3. Officers shall report any damage, malfunction, or loss to their immediate supervisor.
C. DISPOSAL
In the event your chemical resistant clothing becomes contaminated or is suspected of being
contaminated, the clothing shall be disposed in accordance with local, state, and federal laws or
as directed by your superviso r.